La Luz Trail
8.1 mi
Distance
3 hrs 39 min
Time
terrain
1,588 ft
Elev Gain
Overview
This is a moderate out and back trail in Cibola National Forest.
This trail goes by La Luz Trailhead and Piedra Lisa (South) Trailhead.
Rate this Hike
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Part of La Luz trail, trailhead to an arbitrary stopping point (started late, needed to beat the dark).
Very exposed, especially at the start. Great views. Well worn trail that is easy to spot & follow. Lots of others on trail, including trail runners with just the clothes on their backs and hikers with full packs and trekking poles. Some steep sections with super dusty sand, very fine gravel - trekking poles would probably make the descent in those parts a little easier, or at least less hairy. Good hike, definitely recommend
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I went early and there was only one other person on the trail. It was crisp at 26 degrees when I began but warmed up to 50 by my return. Its a beautiful, well-traveled trail with some rock jumping as you get higher. I did not complete the trail as I had a work appointment. I highly recommend to anyone to try at least a portion of La Luz.
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Public Tracks
Albuquerque Trail Run
https://connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/19651494010
Albuquerque Trail Run
https://connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/19582715737
